The emotional impact of false online content took center stage in a Miami federal courtroom as Megan Thee Stallion delivered powerful testimony in her deepfake defamation case against blogger Milagro Gramz Cooper.
Deepfake Porn Video and Defamatory Posts Spark Lawsuit
The lawsuit accuses Cooper of spreading defamatory claims and promoting a deepfake pornographic video that falsely depicted the rapper. Megan explained how the video, along with ongoing online harassment, caused serious emotional distress. She shared that the combined weight of the deepfake and reactions tied to the Tory Lanez shooting left her feeling like her life had no worth.
Megan Reveals Suicidal Thoughts on the Stand
According to ABC News, Megan told the court she reached a point where she did not care whether she lived or died. She said she was exhausted, overwhelmed, and felt targeted online. She admitted the harassment pushed her to a mental breaking point but said she refused to harm herself because she would not let her critics “win.”
Her testimony underscored the real world impact of false content and how digital attacks can escalate into lasting psychological trauma.
Former Manager Details the Financial Toll
Megan’s former manager testified about the financial and emotional cost of the situation. He revealed the rapper paid $240,000 for a four week therapy program after the deepfake went viral. The treatment focused on helping her cope with PTSD linked to the 2020 shooting and grief from losing her mother and grandmother.
Megan Says Speaking Out Is Part of Her Healing
Despite the emotional strain, Megan said sharing her story is part of her recovery. She told the court that she hopes her testimony encourages other women to speak their truth. Her attorneys argue that the deepfake and online lies caused long term harm that cannot be ignored.
What the Lawsuit Seeks
Megan’s lawsuit seeks accountability for:
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